Kenney Dam Loop - Vanderhoof to Burns Lake
near Vanderhoof, British Columbia (Canada)
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Greer Creek Rec Site
Nothing special here. A couple of rustic sites, a boat launch and a well kept outhouse. Info here: http://www.sitesandtrailsbc.ca/search/search-result.aspx?site=REC1103&type=Site
Cutoff Creek
Again, nothing special. Sites and outhouse. Info here: http://www.sitesandtrailsbc.ca/search/search-result.aspx?site=REC1097&type=Site
Kenney Dam
At one time the world's largest earthen dam. You drive over the dam to access Holy Cross Forest Service Road (FSR). Info here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenney_Dam
Nechako Lodge
Resort destination located 2km away from Kenny Dam on the Nechako Reservoir. Please go to http://www.nechakolodge.com/ for more information.
Rum Cache Lake
Out of the way lake that has a half dozen or so camp sites. DO NOT try to take a trailer or motorhome in. the road is steep, narrow and twisty. In one spot a motorhome or trailer will end up sitting on both bumpers. The road dips that much. Car or pickup is fine. Long loads, not so much. No boat launch but a car top boat can be launched. Info here: http://www.sitesandtrailsbc.ca/search/search-result.aspx?site=REC5656&type=Site
Cheslatta River
Nice place for pictures. Upper campsites accessible by 4x4 only as of Sept 2016. Lower campsites easier to access. Might be better in the future. Info here: http://www.sitesandtrailsbc.ca/search/search-result.aspx?site=REC1098&type=Site
Ice Bridge Barge Crossing
Barge access to south side of lake. Not for recreational use.
Skins Lake Spillway
Skins Lake Spillway controlling water level in the Nechako Reservoir. Discharges into the Cheslatta River.
Skins Lake RTA Campground
Free camping provided and maintained by Rio Tinto. Excellent spaces. water available. Clean pit toilets. Lots of space available. Boat launch and docks available for mooring. Covered area and spit for large group gatherings. If you have a boat and want to explore the reservoir, this is a great base. Be aware that the reservoir is better than 100 km long. Bring maps/GPS for on board.
Takysie Lake
Free and paid sites available at Takysie Lake. These are free ones. Fuel and some groceries are available but suggest you bring food from town. Info here: http://www.sitesandtrailsbc.ca/search/search-result.aspx?site=REC0543&type=Site
Francois Lake - Danskin Ferry
Free ferry crossing Francois Lake. Schedules can be found here: http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/transportation/passenger-travel/water-travel/inland-ferries/francois-lake-ferry/francois-lake-ferry-schedule Danskin is South side.
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how much was the ferry at danskin
Hi Jackie.
The ferry was free. It is part of the BC inland highway system. Same for the ferries at Needles, Usk and other inland destinations. Hope that helps.
Steve